As the United States faces its deadliest drug epidemic in history, lives are being lost in unimaginable ways. Over the past two decades, more than 5,000 children and teens have died from fentanyl poisoning—among them, toddlers and even infants. Janan Haugen knows these devastating numbers all too well. She’s lost not only her son but also her granddaughter to drugs.
In this episode of Grieving Out Loud, Janan opens up about her emotional journey, the lessons she’s learned through immense heartache, and how she’s finding the strength to move forward after such unimaginable losses.
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Janan Haugen
Janan Haugen is a mother and grandmother who has faced the profound heartbreak of losing both her son and granddaughter to the devastating drug epidemic. Despite her immense grief, Janan shares her journey of loss, resilience, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. Through her strength, she’s working to move forward and honor the memory of her loved ones.
